Bill backs education on drug, alcohol risks during pregnancy

 

Published: February 6, 2008

State lawmakers have approved legislation that would require prenatal classes to include instruction on the risks of drug and alcohol use during pregnancy.

The measure by Rep. Kris Steele, R-Shawnee , was approved Wednesday by the House Public Health Committee. It now goes to the full House for a vote.

The measure would mandate that physicians, nurses and others who provide prenatal care and instruction also pr...


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